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Hi.....welcome to the Forum As far as I know there are not really any issues relating any of the engines in the Honda range, they are all very reliable I suppose it is a case of choosing which one suits your motoring needs best (economy, performance or tax category) Good to have you onboard and let us know what you find in your search

Hi Adam Thanks for the updated post, sorry no-one had responded to your previous one. Have you got many jobs to carry out on the Civic, hence the reason for the manual or is it a case of being prepared just in case?

Sounds like a good compromise and shouldn't attract too much of the wrong type of attention. I test drive the Type R when it came out but didn't get on with the lack of visibility, too many blind spots in my opinion but it does look great 🙂 Was happy to get back into my CRV later on that day....like a comfy pair of old slippers

I don't think the extended warranty is really needed as the CRV is a very reliable vehicle but it is always good to have for peace of mind. The 2.2 CDTi when driven conservatively can achieve around 45 mpg and for a vehicle of this size thats pretty good. Not sure of the 1.6 diesel though, but should be too far behind the 2.2 and also more suitable for shorter journeys

https://haynes.com/en-gb/honda/cr-v/2002-2011

Welcome to the Forum Simon Good luck with the seach for a Honda, there's plenty out there but prices are usually higher than most other makes (for a reason!)

Hi Simon....welcome to the forum The Civic will be miles apart from the BMW in so many ways but it is a difference that is positive especially with the future proofing, reliability, etc. I don't think you'll be disappointed but maybe worth driving a few first just to make sure you like it or even look at the CRV as a potential....an absolutely fine vehicle for every situation and I couldn't think of a better family vehicle that delivers such a superb mpg, comfort and reliability Let us know how you get on and when you get a Honda

I had this issue a couple of weeks ago with a Kia Sportage, virtually same issues.....ended up changing the alternator and sorted it. However, the alternator was trying to charge so I checked all the leads, especially the earth leads to ensure there was continuity throughout the charging circuit before committing to a new/rebuilt alternator. If the alternator is hot then chances are it is more than likely faulty. Let us know how you get on with it

Can you clean up the connection or make an external connection with some wire and splice it into the loom? If not, then breakers yard is the other option I suppose but possibly has the same issue if it is a common fault Let us know how you get on with it

Let us know if it fits okay, cheers

Hi ..... welcome to the Forum Good to have you onboard

Hi Pob....welcome to the Forum I personally would go for the older version solely because they were free of any issues and not so sure about the newer spec ones. The CDTi engine is sound and should never give any issues so no worries there. Just make sure that if it is the older model that it has been maintained correctly and at the specified times. Let us know how you get on with finding one

I think you'll find once you use the system (Sat Nav and Radio) that it will take the time from these signals and update the time/date automatically

yes, same area but seperate when removed the retaining screws

Hi....welcome to the Forum from memory and replacing control unit on a CRV a few weeks ago, carefully remove the fascia plate and the panel stays in place with a couple screws retaining it. Replaced the panel and the A/C worked fine after that. Let us know what you find

Hi....welcome to the Forum Not entirely sure of accessing sub-menus in the vehicle system and indeed what levels are available in the dealer software/hardware to be able to initialise this feature. As you say, it is functional in the States and also other countries where insurance specifies it has to occur for reasons of personal safety. It is worth asking your local dealer if they can 'switch it on' for you. Let us know what you find out

One from a Toyota owners club news page but the principles are the same https://www.toyotaownersclub.com/news/articles/tips-on-how-to-keep-your-car-germ-free-r117/?fbclid=IwAR13lZqb_h4a90IwUtOwnnBMaEOg29r8g0XT8R22Obxbpjr6ndIu70zbDpA

From 30 March 2020, MOT due dates for cars, motorcycles and light vans will be extended by 6 months. This is being done to help prevent the spread of coronavirus. https://autoevoke.com/index.php?/news/forums/from-30-march-2020-mot-due-dates-will-be-extended-by-6-months-r119/

Hi....welcome to the Forum Usually DAB requires an additional aerial to pick up digital stations. https://www.halfords.com/technology/car-audio/stereo-fittings/autoleads-dab-film-antenna-smb---dab-aa1-338357.html Worth trying for £20 to see if that improves things

Hi Nick....welcome to the Forum I believe there are a few other early Accord owners on this site. Many miles on it? Good to have you (and your wife's car) onboard

Hi....welcome to the Forum I'm not sure personally but if local then I would be tempted to try them for size, if not then I suppose if they have a returns policy then maybe this is the way forward?

Hi....welcome to the Forum Sorry to hear about the FRV as the diesel engine is usually so reliable Look forward to seeing some pics of the Stream

Hi Iain.....welcome to the Forum It sounds like one of two things: Power Steering Fluid is low Auxiliary drivebelt is slipping or damaged Check also the tyre pressures are correct (e.g. above 30 psi) Let us know what you find

Hi John.....welcome to the Forum Most quality seat cover which comply to British Standards would work with side airbags and there are quite a few British companies producing covers to suit your car Here's a couple to start with https://www.theseatsurgeons.co.uk/ https://stormtight.co.uk/

Hi Cameron....welcome to the Forum The Civic does indeed come in many different forms and having driven a few its fair to say that I think it definitely comes down to personal choice. Take as many different variants out and see which one floats your boat the most. Let us know how you get on with it